Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4 and the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 are both touring summer tyres favoured by drivers seeking comfort on long journeys.

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, replacing the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125, has a rating of 81%. It offers good dry handling and short wet braking distances, with improvements needed in aquaplaning resistance and exterior noise reduction. This tyre often scored midway or lower in mutual tests when compared to the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2. Yet, it notably excelled in the Aquaplaning - longitudinal and Exterior noise categories according to Autobild test.

The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2, replacing the Pirelli P7 Cinturato, scores slightly better at 86%. It provides good safety reserves at Aquaplaning, a direct steering response, and is particularly distinguished for its comfort and low rolling resistance. This tyre was generally better positioned in the tests, with strengths in Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Wet handling and Comfort according to Tyre Reviews and Autobild. It is replaced by the newer Pirelli Cinturato (C3) model.

According to summaries from autobild 2024 and TyreReviews.com 2023, the Ventus Prime 4 is balanced and performs well in different conditions but aquaplaning and exterior noise were mentioned as areas needing improvement. For the Cinturato P7 C2, its strong performance on dry and wet roads, low rolling resistance, and high comfort marks it as a top contender, despite a slightly higher price point and slightly extended dry braking distances.

Overall, our comparison leans towards the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 as the more well-rounded tyre. It scored better in mutual tests and showed fewer weaknesses. However, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 remains a solid choice that holds its ground in many tests and excels in specific categories.